Old Testament · SCRIPTURE
Proverbs 16:10
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Berean Standard Bible
A divine verdict is on the lips of a king; his mouth must not betray justice.
King James Version
A divine sentence [is] in the lips of the king: his mouth transgresseth not in judgment.
World English Bible
Inspired judgments are on the lips of the king. He shall not betray his mouth.
American Standard Version
A divine sentence is in the lips of the king; His mouth shall not transgress in judgment.
Berean Literal Bible
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READ IN CONTEXT · BSB
Proverbs 16
8 Better a little with righteousness than great gain with injustice.
9 A man’s heart plans his course, but the LORD determines his steps.
10 A divine verdict is on the lips of a king; his mouth must not betray justice.
11 Honest scales and balances are from the LORD; all the weights in the bag are His concern.
12 Wicked behavior is detestable for kings, for a throne is established through righteousness.
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